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Moving to Desert Day Spa and Salon

By Bill Armendariz

barmendariz@demingheadlight.com

Twitter: @demingheadlight.com

Posted:
08/06/2013 10:48:45 PM MDT

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Alicia Willis has closed up shop at Alicia's Hair Co. located on E. Pine St. Willis is taking her cosmetologty skills to the Desert Oasis Day Spa and Salon at East Poplar St. (null)

After five tough years of business at the hub of the Deming downtown business district, Alicia Willis has decided to close up shop and move her cosmetology services to one of Deming's established salons -- off the beaten path.

"It's been a memorable five years and I don't regret ever starting my business, but I do welcome the fact that I won't be dealing with the stress of ownership and management," Willis said from her salon chair at Alicia's Hair Company, 112 E. Pine St. "My kids are growing and I look forward to being there for them."

The majority of her five-year tenure in the downtown business district were favorable, but February of this year, Willis said it was too late for her business to turn the corner and move up.

The doors officially closed today and Willis will be transferring her services to the Desert Oasis Day Spa and Salon on E. Poplar St.

Yes, it's sad to leave downtown, but I look forward to seeing my clientele at a new location equipped with a full line of hair and beauty care," Willis said.

Alicia's Hair Co. officially opened on Pine St. on Feb. 2, 2009. Willis rented space to a staff of seven -- three of whom will join Willis on her move to Desert Oasis. Ashley Almanza, Ray Aguilar and Alejandra Aviles are expected to join the Desert Spa team.

"I have been through some life changes recently and this one is a good move for my family," Willis said. She has a daughter, Monique, 15, and a son, Jacob, 13.

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Future plans for Willis include educational programs in cosmetology, expanding her repertoire and building clientele. She is also seeking her barber's license.

"I truly appreciate all of my clients during our downtown business stay and I invite them to stop by Desert Oasis and visit with me," Willis said.

She sees positives in the downtown business district, but is comfortable with her move.

"I love what I do and my clientele has given me this opportunity to continue doing what I enjoy and start a new chapter in my life," Willis said.